Saskatchewan Library Association

The SLA Organizational Continuing Education Grant provides up to $1,000 to an individual or Institution for the organization and promotion of a continuing education opportunity.

Applications close on February 15th! For more information or to apply, please visit: buff.ly/4hLZgtK

The SLA's Conference Attendance Continuing Education Grant provides support, up to $750, to a first-time attendee of the Saskatchewan Libraries Conference currently working in a Saskatchewan library. Applications close on February 15th!

To Apply: buff.ly/412sBKI

Get ready for Freedom to Read Week! Taking place from February 22-28, this yearly initiative encourages Canadians to think about and reaffirm their commitment to intellectual freedom. Visit us online at: buff.ly/88EyXmr to learn more! #FreedomToRead #FTRWeek #FTRW26

Registering as a sponsor or exhibitor, at the 2026 SK Libraries Conference, is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your work to library leadership across Saskatchewan.

Early bird rates close on March 13th. Use the QR code to register or visit us online: buff.ly/GZ7VySK #SKLibrariesConference

Have you checked out the latest issue of SLAte yet? If you're a library professional or simply a library lover, we encourage you to sign up for our monthly newsletter, SLAte, to catch up on all the latest library news.

View the February issue here: Email link conta.cc/4pRwTxL

February is Saskatchewan Indigenous Storytelling Month! This initiative, coordinated by the Library Services for Saskatchewan Aboriginal Peoples #lssap, is celebrated province-wide each year.

Learn more and take part by visiting the events calendar here: lssap.ca/calendar

What is the most useful AI tool you use for work in the library? Join our live member forum today to share your thoughts and connect with your library community!

Join the live forum now: buff.ly/vYQJu0P

The SLA Frances Morrison Award is an award of merit for outstanding service to libraries given in the name of one of Saskatchewan’s exceptional librarians.

Nominations close on February 1, 2026.

To learn more, please visit us online: buff.ly/hFinqz0

Do you know someone who deserves to be celebrated for their valuable work within Saskatchewan libraries? Nominations for the Honourary Life Member Award close on February 1, 2026.

To learn more, please visit us online: buff.ly/hFinqz0

Early Bird Registration is now open for the 2026 SK Libraries Conference: Libraries Open Doors! This exciting event takes place in Regina from April 30 - May 1 at the DoubleTree by Hilton. Early bird rates close on March 13th. #SKLibrariesConference

For more details or to register: buff.ly/GZ7VySK

Are you celebrating #FamilyLiteracyDay today? Family Literacy Day is an annual event that raises awareness about the importance of reading and engaging in literacy-related activities as a family. Learn More at FamilyLiteracyDay.ca
#FLD2026 @abclifeliteracy

We are proud to partner with the Saskatchewan Roughrider Foundation to host the Get in the Game for Literacy Success Contest. This contest is now open until January 30, 2026 Enter to win one of two Rider Prize Packs or one of three Indigo eGift Cards! @SaskRidersFDN

Learn More: buff.ly/DLvvwVf

The Mary Donaldson Award was established in honour of Saskatchewan’s first provincial librarian. Each year, the SLA awards $1,200 to a Saskatchewan student enrolled in a library and information technician program.

Applications are now open and close on March 1. Learn more: buff.ly/4hEH2e5

The SLA is pleased to welcome Mary Donaldson Lecturer, celebrated author, and LGBTQ+ refugees’ advocate, Danny Ramadan, to the stage for the 2026 SK Libraries Conference! #sklibrariesconference

Join Ramadan on Thursday, April 30th, at 7:30pm for this free public event. Learn more: buff.ly/nmpiiWh

We're really looking forward to seeing you again this year!

The SLA is pleased to welcome Carol Radford-Grant, Keynote Speaker and Provincial Archivist of Saskatchewan, to the stage for the 2026 SK Libraries Conference! #sklibrariesconference

Join Radford-Grant on the morning of Thursday, April 30th, at 9am. Learn more: buff.ly/nmpiiWh

We're hiring! The Saskatchewan Library Association (SLA) is seeking a creative and dynamic individual to fill the role of Communications & Research Coordinator.

For more information or to apply, please visit us online: buff.ly/EODt1Gz

What social media post got great reach for your library? Join our live member forum today to share your thoughts and connect with your library community!

Join the live forum now: buff.ly/yPtuebd

The SLA Frances Morrison Award is an award of merit for outstanding service to libraries given in the name of one of Saskatchewan’s exceptional librarians.

Nominations are now open and close on February 1, 2026.

To learn more, please visit us online: buff.ly/hFinqz0

We are proud to partner with the Saskatchewan Roughrider Foundation to host the Get in the Game for Literacy Success Contest. This contest will run from January 26 -30, 2026. Enter to win one of two Rider Prize Packs or one of three Indigo eGift Cards! @SaskRidersFDN

Learn More: buff.ly/DLvvwVf

Do you know someone who deserves to be celebrated for their valuable work within Saskatchewan libraries? Nominations for the Honourary Life Member Award are now open and close on February 1, 2026.

To learn more, please visit us online: buff.ly/hFinqz0

We're hiring! The Saskatchewan Library Association (SLA) is seeking a creative and dynamic individual to fill the role of Communications & Research Coordinator.

For more information or to apply, please visit us online: buff.ly/EODt1Gz

The Canadian Children’s Book Centre (CCBC) invites applicants to host one of the individuals touring Saskatchewan during Canadian Children’s Book Week, a national celebration of books, reading, and the magic of creating stories.

Deadline: January 30 at 11:59 pm CST.
Learn More: buff.ly/NxGxbVQ

Join us on January 27 from 12-1pm for Perspectives on Artificial Intelligence – A Panel Discussion. This webinar will explore the similarities and differences in AI opinions and patron needs across library sectors and in educational contexts.

For more information or to register: buff.ly/SFartpi

The Individual Member Continuing Education Grant provides up to $500 for individual SLA members seeking assistance to attend a continuing education opportunity of their choosing.

Applications are now open and close on February 15th.

For more information or to apply, please visit: buff.ly/3EkU29K

The SLA Organizational Continuing Education Grant provides up to $1,000 to an individual or Institution for the organization and promotion of a continuing education opportunity.

Applications are now open and close on February 15th.

For more information or to apply, please visit: buff.ly/4hLZgtK

The SLA's Conference Attendance Continuing Education Grant provides support, up to $750, to a first-time attendee of the Saskatchewan Libraries Conference currently working in a Saskatchewan library. Applications are now open and close on February 15th.

To Apply: buff.ly/412sBKI

Early Bird Registration is now open for the 2026 SK Libraries Conference: Libraries Open Doors! This exciting event takes place in Regina from April 30 - May 1 at the DoubleTree by Hilton. Early bird rates close on March 13th. #SKLibrariesConference

For more details or to register: buff.ly/GZ7VySK

Which of your library displays was a surprise success? Join our live member forum today to share your thoughts and connect with your library community!

Join the live forum now: buff.ly/gpJUVZS

It's a new year, and now is the perfect time to begin imagining the year ahead with this month's issue of SLAte, hot off the presses! If you're a library professional or simply a library lover, we encourage you to sign up for our monthly e-newsletter, SLAte.

View the January issue: buff.ly/X8Foc2W